My wok is passed down generations. It's black now. Was told it wasn't this colour at first. It was more greyish i was told. Now? It's just shiny, glossy black. I didn't disappoint my grandma.
I've watched many videos on the subject and this one is by far the best one. Clear, to the point, and no unnecessary stories about personal anecdotes. Very well done. Thank you.
I am from down south in the US...this is exactly how my momma taught us how to season and take care of my cast iron, with the execption of adding ginger.
Hello Sir don't know if you still are active but you said without ginger did you learn it with spring onions then? im asking because i have zero clue as of why to use them maybe someone can help me out a little bit im about to buy a wok that is seasoned already. Kindly Regards
I enjoyed the entire video, I restore cast iron pans that I collect and cook with as a hobby. I want to add a wow to my collection, I will use your video to season it. Thanks for a great 👍 video. Cheers TS
Before I say anything thank you because your tutorial is very good also I’ve been waiting to try my favorite Foods from Asia‘s cultures and by far some of the best ones are made in the wok so I really needed to figure out how to season it
WOW. out of all the videos out there that look so scary, this one was so easy to follow, and my wok turned out perfectly seasoned, thank you! You are also quite beautiful and calm, it was a pleasure to watch this video :)
This was by far the most simple, yet comprehensive video on the matter for me. The trick that i've been missing out on is to reheat and coat with oil after wash, and not use soap until beautifully darkened.
Thanks so much. I never would have thought to use the ginger and green onion, but I can see why that would be helpful in developing that good seasoning. Otherwise it's very much like cast iron pan maintanence.
I recently bought this wok after watching this video. Its a Great wok at half the cost of many others on Amazon. My wok came out just like hers after i seasoned it. Love cooking with it.
Jackhammer82A1, is this wok you bought is stainless steel or cast iron? I would like to know as I have a new stainless steel wok but wonder whether I can use this method to season my wok. Thank you
The best I have seen about seasoning carbon steel stuff (mine are lyonnaise 12 inch and 8 inch skillets). No BS and 'natural'. I added some proverbial potato skin to the ginger and scallion as I had tons lying around from previous seasoning attempts.
Actual useful video on how to season a wok!! I've click so many good where is nothing but useless talk! This has actions, instructions and it's clear. Thank you!! Guess i need a carbon steel wok not the stainless steel one...
Good video! Thanks! A carbon steel pan works almost the same as a wok. The wok is better for stir-fried and works better with a gas stovetop. The pan is better suited to a flat electric stovetop. The wok is heavier than a pan. Assuming we are using both carbon steel wok and pan, they seasoned with the same procedure.
I got an aluminium wok, so do I need to scrub it with thesame tool or would you recommend a different tool to remove the oil before burning the coating?
My old wok handed down from my mother cracked and I need to buy a new wok. I would appreciate if you could recommend a retailer in S'pore or online which I could buy a good 36 cm wok (around 14+ inches). I only like round bottom with dual ear handles wok. Thank you.
I have a wok that is non-stick, but the non-stick is starting to flake off. Can I burn all the non-stick coating off and then season it or should I just throw the wok out and get a new one.
Absolutely right. Did you hear her say, “Over time…”, this is key. There is no instant seasoning. This is the best video on the subject, but you have to cook to get that patina the everyone confuses with seasoning. My advice: after doing what she said, caramelize a whole bag of onions. When you’re done, you’ll have a patina AND a supply of sweet, dark golden onions for the freezer.
All good thanks, I'll do it now. Once it is seasoned, do you wipe it clean no soap and coat with oil put away? Do you wash b4 usenext time, or just oil and cook Thankyou
once im done seasoning the wok and start using it do I rinse it with hot water and wipe with oil every time I cook? I read I should never wash it with soap after the initial seasoning is that correct?
Hi, I appreciate your video here very much for seasoning a new wok. May I ask which brand of woks you 'd recommend, not too heavy ones, for both flat bottomed and round bottomed woks. Thank you so much.
I am from the Philippines and a new subscriber of yours. Can you pls give me some tips on how i can choose a good quality wok but not so expensive? I ‘ve long wanted to buy at least one but had no idea how to choose a better one. Thanks and more power.
Hi after the seasoning the wok and washing it in water, when I wipe down the wok with paper towel, it has like a brown rusty stain on the paper towel...so I tried to clean the wok with soap and they re season but still the same brown stain appears on the paper towel...would you be able to tell where why this is and how to fix it please.? Thanks
I bought a wok at the Asian store that was labeled carbon steel but it came a dark almost black grey color instead of light grey… how do I tell if it’s blue? Is it the right material?
Hi, I just purchased a carbon steel wok. I have 1 question though. What is the purpose of wokking the ginger and scallions as part of the seasoning, what does it do ? Just for my information that is; I will follow your advices anyway..;-)
My wife picked up a wok recently, but it is Teflon coated, so I will be shopping for another, more traditional one. I have been enjoying learning the basics of stir fries and Asian cooking/seasoning principles. So far everything has come out great. My first attempts may not be quite as authentic as they could be, but they still turned out delicious. I like the fact that with a few basic ingredients and skills one can cook some very tasty meals quickly and easily.
Thank you! 1. Remove protective layer with hot water, soap and wire mesh scourer (in and outside), and wipe it dry, 2. Turn stove to high and move all sides of the wok over flame. The wok will change colour. Can take 20-30 minutes. Allow it to cool. 3. Oil the wok. Turn stove to medium-high and pour some (canola) oil in wok. Spread over entire surface with paper towel. 4. Add some slices of ginger and green onion and some extra oil. Wok for about 10 minutes, then turn off stove, and remove food. 5. Wipe down with paper towels, then allow to cool, and give it a quick rinse (with soft sponge and no soap), and wipe dry. 6. Turn on stove to medium heat and dry wok on it (about 2 minutes). 7. Then rub thin layer of oil over surface of wok with paper towel (it can start smoking), this will prevent rusting. Do this every time you use the (new) wok. Over time it will develop a patina and become almost non-stick.
When I heated the wok on my stove, the color didn’t change, even though it was on it for 2-3 hours. What should I do if the color does not change at all? I've tried it on a gas stove, but it didn't change color.
Followed your instructions and it turned out almost perfectly. I didn't wipe completely dry after washing with detergent, and it left some (very small) water marks on the inside, but apart from that I now have a beautiful blue wok! Thanks so much
this is the type of work i was looking not the stainless steel, i have so many woks collection but i don't have this type where can i buy this in sydney
Thank you very much for this helpful instruction. I‘ve just got one question, which may sound silly to most of the people: wouldn’t it be necessary to oil the outside of the wok also, as it seems that it is initially oiled from the in- and the outside, and as this has been washed off from both sides before heating it up, is there no risk of rusting on the outside if it’s sealed only from the inside? Many thanks in advance for clarifying this to me! Best regards from Europe!
Who knew watching someone washing a frying pan to asian music was so relaxing? Great video.😂
4 years old video and still helping first wok pan users like me. Thank you. Amazing video and easy instructions.
My wok is passed down generations. It's black now. Was told it wasn't this colour at first. It was more greyish i was told. Now? It's just shiny, glossy black.
I didn't disappoint my grandma.
I've watched many videos on the subject and this one is by far the best one. Clear, to the point, and no unnecessary stories about personal anecdotes. Very well done. Thank you.
Agreed.
Agreed
Absolutely true the very best demonstration.
Thank you so very much. You have shown it in detail without unnecessary things.
there is something so calming about you..... thank u for the video
I watched this video multiple times before i seasoned my wok today. This sure is good information. Thank you.
I am from down south in the US...this is exactly how my momma taught us how to season and take care of my cast iron, with the execption of adding ginger.
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Hello Sir don't know if you still are active but you said without ginger did you learn it with spring onions then? im asking because i have zero clue as of why to use them maybe someone can help me out a little bit im about to buy a wok that is seasoned already. Kindly Regards
Ginger helps to remove a metallic taste and create a patina @@cosmix303
@@cosmix303it might be due to the acidity
does the music start when you switch on the gas ?
I enjoyed the entire video, I restore cast iron pans that I collect and cook with as a hobby. I want to add a wow to my collection, I will use your video to season it. Thanks for a great 👍 video. Cheers TS
Watch this cause I hv just bought a new wok. Will follow your guidance. Thanks a lot!!!
Before I say anything thank you because your tutorial is very good also I’ve been waiting to try my favorite Foods from Asia‘s cultures and by far some of the best ones are made in the wok so I really needed to figure out how to season it
WOW. out of all the videos out there that look so scary, this one was so easy to follow, and my wok turned out perfectly seasoned, thank you!
You are also quite beautiful and calm, it was a pleasure to watch this video :)
Excellent presentation and expert advice. How to season a new wok and maintain it thereafter. Wonderful. 👍
This was by far the most simple, yet comprehensive video on the matter for me. The trick that i've been missing out on is to reheat and coat with oil after wash, and not use soap until beautifully darkened.
Thanks for the tip, i started to use a wok but have no idea how to care 4 one
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Thanks so much. I never would have thought to use the ginger and green onion, but I can see why that would be helpful in developing that good seasoning. Otherwise it's very much like cast iron pan maintanence.
Quiet and methodical and easy to stop - start and follow. Just the method. Marvellous
Thank you for your kind comment!
Thank you thank you, you made it simple and clear to understand.
I tried it & it worked.
I strongly recommended.
Thanks for make my life easy ❤
Best video , ever on wok care. I'm doing mine tomorrow and can't wait to see color change.
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Exactly what I have done all my life. The heat changes the molecular structure of the pan. The oil is used to finish and seal the pan.
I recently bought this wok after watching this video. Its a Great wok at half the cost of many others on Amazon. My wok came out just like hers after i seasoned it. Love cooking with it.
Jackhammer82A1, is this wok you bought is stainless steel or cast iron? I would like to know as I have a new stainless steel wok but wonder whether I can use this method to season my wok. Thank you
@@eunicejade9592 They say they bought the same wok as is in the video, the link is in the description. According to amazon it is carbon steel.
@-opus, carbon steel wok is very good wok.👍
The best I have seen about seasoning carbon steel stuff (mine are lyonnaise 12 inch and 8 inch skillets). No BS and 'natural'. I added some proverbial potato skin to the ginger and scallion as I had tons lying around from previous seasoning attempts.
I have used the same method for cast iron cook ware, it will not rust if it does rust, just season it again.
Actual useful video on how to season a wok!! I've click so many good where is nothing but useless talk! This has actions, instructions and it's clear. Thank you!! Guess i need a carbon steel wok not the stainless steel one...
Thank you so very much for sharing with us the skills and how to take care of it as well mam !. Good day to you !.
.nice tip, is this applicable to any type wok material, like aluminum, cast, steel?
Good video! Thanks!
A carbon steel pan works almost the same as a wok. The wok is better for stir-fried and works better with a gas stovetop. The pan is better suited to a flat electric stovetop. The wok is heavier than a pan. Assuming we are using both carbon steel wok and pan, they seasoned with the same procedure.
This is for steel wok ! Is it applicable also for ‘iron wok’, too ?
I got an aluminium wok, so do I need to scrub it with thesame tool or would you recommend a different tool to remove the oil before burning the coating?
I love the way you clean the wok I will clean mine thanks for sharing 😋
Wonderfully well explained. Thank you for this video! Loved the added ginger and scallions! Subscribing!
😮Thank you,This is just Wonderful ,you show us the very easy way to season a wok. Again thank you sooo much.🙂
Season a Wok, I am not a cook, but very good knowledge and I will advice my wife. Thanks !
Can you please tell me where you buy the ring underneath the wok
I love your video thank you very much👍👍❤️❤️
My old wok handed down from my mother cracked and I need to buy a new wok. I would appreciate if you could recommend a retailer in S'pore or online which I could buy a good 36 cm wok (around 14+ inches). I only like round bottom with dual ear handles wok. Thank you.
I season the outside as well in order to inhibit corrosion. Plus I like playing with flames 🙂
I have a wok that is non-stick, but the non-stick is starting to flake off.
Can I burn all the non-stick coating off and then season it or should I just throw the wok out and get a new one.
Absolutely right. Did you hear her say, “Over time…”, this is key. There is no instant seasoning. This is the best video on the subject, but you have to cook to get that patina the everyone confuses with seasoning. My advice: after doing what she said, caramelize a whole bag of onions. When you’re done, you’ll have a patina AND a supply of sweet, dark golden onions for the freezer.
Thank you for sharing. The process is very well explained. I just don’t get the ginger and green onions. Are they necessary?
All good thanks, I'll do it now. Once it is seasoned, do you wipe it clean no soap and coat with oil put away?
Do you wash b4 usenext time, or just oil and cook
Thankyou
Thanks for this very instructive video.
once im done seasoning the wok and start using it do I rinse it with hot water and wipe with oil every time I cook? I read I should never wash it with soap after the initial seasoning is that correct?
Thank you. Very useful. Was it an aluminium wok?
good...best seasoning approach....whee did you get your wok?
Excellent instruction video. Could you please share where you purchased your wok RING
So, should I season it everytime before cooking? Or one time after buying?
One time only.
No need for a season every time bfore cooking.
Thanks for sharing this informative video. Can you please advise the diameter of your your wok?. Thanks 😊
Hi, I appreciate your video here very much for seasoning a new wok. May I ask which brand of woks you 'd recommend, not too heavy ones, for both flat bottomed and round bottomed woks. Thank you so much.
I am from the Philippines and a new subscriber of yours. Can you pls give me some tips on how i can choose a good quality wok but not so expensive? I ‘ve long wanted to buy at least one but had no idea how to choose a better one. Thanks and more power.
Don't be kuripot!
@@radiononsense9449 kuripot?! Hahaha lupit mong humusga ng kapwa! Kawawang nilalang!
Fantastic video! Thank you so much
Hello mme, thanks for your demonstration, i would like to know if we do it the same way with an inox wok,thanks for your reply
What is the purpose of that ginger Maa'm? Please rply...thanks
very nice very useful tip. very well explained. allthe best for your channel.from which place is vedio?
I loved the video and I definitely LOVE ALL MY WOKS.
Can you pls recommend bottom flat (induction use) wok too
Moma fong has a good one
Background song title? Heard it long time ago on a vinyl record. Superb demonstration.
OMG thank you so much ❤ mines came out just like yours!!!
When washing the wok after cooking on it should we use detergent or not a good idea? Or like I mean just wash it with sponge and then wiped it?
Pura vida ! Muchas gracias.
I have three of them very nice indeed
Thanks little lady
Very instructive. Thank you
I think I have the same wok and stove and it’s amazing. Cooks hot, but I can’t really complain. Great video, doing mine tonight.
Well presented AND HELPFUL......THANK YOU.
Hi after the seasoning the wok and washing it in water, when I wipe down the wok with paper towel, it has like a brown rusty stain on the paper towel...so I tried to clean the wok with soap and they re season but still the same brown stain appears on the paper towel...would you be able to tell where why this is and how to fix it please.? Thanks
Wonderful, Wonderful Video and the music set the tone! Thanks so much!!
I bought a wok at the Asian store that was labeled carbon steel but it came a dark almost black grey color instead of light grey… how do I tell if it’s blue? Is it the right material?
Is seasoning a wok possible with an electric stovetop, and a flat-bottom wok?
Hello
What is than with the outside of the wok, does it not rust without be seasoned ? 🤔
Hi, I just purchased a carbon steel wok. I have 1 question though. What is the purpose of wokking the ginger and scallions as part of the seasoning, what does it do ? Just for my information that is; I will follow your advices anyway..;-)
I love the art and culture and the cooking as well
My wife picked up a wok recently, but it is Teflon coated, so I will be shopping for another, more traditional one. I have been enjoying learning the basics of stir fries and Asian cooking/seasoning principles.
So far everything has come out great. My first attempts may not be quite as authentic as they could be, but they still turned out delicious.
I like the fact that with a few basic ingredients and skills one can cook some very tasty meals quickly and easily.
I am glad to hear you are enjoying wok cooking. Stif fries do taste different when cooked in a wok.
Avoid teflon, it is a neurotoxin.
Teflon is note good when heated. Harmful to health.
Thank you!
1. Remove protective layer with hot water, soap and wire mesh scourer (in and outside), and wipe it dry,
2. Turn stove to high and move all sides of the wok over flame. The wok will change colour. Can take 20-30 minutes. Allow it to cool.
3. Oil the wok. Turn stove to medium-high and pour some (canola) oil in wok. Spread over entire surface with paper towel.
4. Add some slices of ginger and green onion and some extra oil. Wok for about 10 minutes, then turn off stove, and remove food.
5. Wipe down with paper towels, then allow to cool, and give it a quick rinse (with soft sponge and no soap), and wipe dry.
6. Turn on stove to medium heat and dry wok on it (about 2 minutes).
7. Then rub thin layer of oil over surface of wok with paper towel (it can start smoking), this will prevent rusting. Do this every time you use the (new) wok. Over time it will develop a patina and become almost non-stick.
When I heated the wok on my stove, the color didn’t change, even though it was on it for 2-3 hours. What should I do if the color does not change at all? I've tried it on a gas stove, but it didn't change color.
You're a hero bro thanks for noting all the instructions down
Get another wok 😂@@ironjohn
Gracias por pasarnos todo el procedimiento como se cura el Wonk me servira de mucho , tambien sirve para curar Wonk de acero inoxidable .
Fantastic, clear tutorial 👏
Hello hello,,lovibg from Philippines,,.
Can i do it to my brand new stainless frying pan?
3/10/23 thank you for posting your video from buffalo NY.
What is the purpose/benefit of the ginger and scallions at the end?
Followed your instructions and it turned out almost perfectly. I didn't wipe completely dry after washing with detergent, and it left some (very small) water marks on the inside, but apart from that I now have a beautiful blue wok! Thanks so much
Where to buy that kind of wok, what brand are you using? Thanks.
I think this is a Samsung brad wok, if you cant find any Samsung brad try LG, sure they have 1 in stock.
your voice is so calming
this is the type of work i was looking not the stainless steel, i have so many woks collection but i don't have this type where can i buy this in sydney
How does one season the wok on a induction stove?
Some people use a kitchen blowtorch for the seasoning process.
Just got a wok and I really appreciate your tutorial. 😎
I'm just asking if after cooking the pan for the season, the next time it will be used again, the same process will be done again
Can I do this steps even if it is fairly new.
Realise my food is beginning to stick to pan.
Where can I get that very wok ring. The gas range looks similar to mine and I can’t find anything that fits that grill pattern
Do all woks have the same materials?
It is possible to season again my used wok?
Thank you very much for this helpful instruction. I‘ve just got one question, which may sound silly to most of the people: wouldn’t it be necessary to oil the outside of the wok also, as it seems that it is initially oiled from the in- and the outside, and as this has been washed off from both sides before heating it up, is there no risk of rusting on the outside if it’s sealed only from the inside? Many thanks in advance for clarifying this to me! Best regards from Europe!
Yes, excellent presentation
Can we seasoned a use wok pan?
Lastly can you put that on hot coals OVE a small fire outdoors ?.
Madam how purchased wok , what size which is good for commercial use for restaurants
Ohh I was amazed by your video host. Thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤
do we do this after we cook and are finished with cooking?
After the initial burn do you do same thing again with the wok oiled?
Is there much difference between seasoned amd non-seasoned work?
Ones non stick one isnt
Can I use the same method here for both Cast Iron and Stainless Steel wok?
Can I apply this method to used wok? I didn't know before this and I already used my wok about 1 months now.